Director of Research Development

The Democratic Majority of the Albany County Legislature is seeking a full-time Director of Research.

Salary: $80,000–$95,000, commensurate with experience

Distinguishing Features of the Class

Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, providing research for the development of legislation for legislative committees and/or legislators, attending legislative committees as assigned, supporting the research and policy needs of the Majority Office, working closely with County Departments to review legislative requests, and reviewing and/or researching proposed County budgets on behalf of the Legislature. Work is performed under the direction of the Majority Counsel on behalf of the Majority Leader. Does related work as required.

Typical Work Activities

• Conducts research studies involving collecting, interpreting and analyzing data for various legislative functions and activities at the request of legislators and/or as assigned by Majority Counsel

• Conducts research on various legal topics at the request of legislators and/or as assigned by Majority Counsel

• Researches and reviews legislation from various municipal governments throughout the state and country

• Attends and prepares and/or reports for minutes for committees as assigned

• Writes resolutions and local laws at the request of legislators and/or as assigned by Majority Counsel

• Reviews and researches the proposed County budget on behalf of the County Legislature

• Liaises with the County Executive’s Office and departments related to legislative activities and requests

• Assists legislators in the research and development of local programs and activities

Full Performance Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics

• Knowledge of functions and practices of county government

• Ability to research, analyze and present pertinent information

• Ability to use legal and internet research methods

• Ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written instructions and feedback

• Ability to clearly and concisely write and present orally

• Ability to get along well with others

• Ability to work in a professional legal environment

Additional Information

This is a full-time position with occasional evening and weekend meetings and events.

Work location: 112 State Street, Albany, NY 12207

Benefits include: Generous paid time off; health, dental, vision and hearing coverage; New York State Retirement System; tuition reimbursement; work-life balance; and Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility.

Albany County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The successful candidate must be a resident of Albany County at the time of hire.

Please include a résumé and one writing sample with your application.

Applications may be submitted to:

Albany County Legislature, Majority Office

Harold L. Joyce Albany County Office Building

112 State Street, Room 700

Albany, NY 12207

Or by email to: Rebekah.Kennedy@albanycountyny.gov